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Should I pursue Medical Physics?
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Advancing Towards a Theoretical Physics Career: What's Next?
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Appropriate for personal statement?
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Quantum Physics for a twelve-year-old
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Is Engineering Physics Worth Pursuing?
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Taking Calculus 1 again. I don't understand algebra. Should I give up?
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Programs Computer Engineering Major. What should I minor?
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How to Get Good At Problem-Solving ?
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Schools Biomathematics major in undergrad for computational neuroscience in grad school?
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Introduction to Special Relativity for a twelve year old
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Are Engineering Lectures Just About Memorizing Formulas and Procedures?
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Schools GPA and Graduate School Admittance
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Programs Triple Major: Achievable or Unrealistic?
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What do mechanical engineers do?
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Is it a good idea to Study Master in Physics in Australia/Canada/New Zealand
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Starting an Astronomy club - looking for tips?
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What Are Innovative Physics Science Fair Project Ideas for ISEF?
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Should I send my GRE scores if they're not required?
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Advice for a lost wanna-be physicist
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What Courses Should You Take for GUT Research in Post-Graduate Study?
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Programs Math for Physics PhD: Preparing for Top 10 PhD Programs
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Going outside supervisor's field of expertise
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Programs M.S. comp science -> Physics PhD?
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Admissions Sudden Second Thoughts on Applying for Math PhD
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How to start knowledge build-up for becoming a numerical modeler?
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What is the recommended order for self-teaching advanced mathematics?
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Math & Economics Research for Undergrads
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Schools Do you know Good schools for Pure math and/or physics theory? .
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Undergraduate Good Physics program with good math teachers
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Which Graduate Class Should I Choose for My Materials Science Interests?
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Testing Best way to prepare for the Math GRE subject test?
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Talking about research in statement of purpose
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I need a foolproof method of prioritizing schoolwork
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Which electrical engineering subdiscipline uses the most math?
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What happens in a physics research lab?
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What are some good online Bachelor programs for Mathematics?
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Schools As someone who hasn't gone to college yet,
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Schools Theoretical Physics at McGill University?
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Schools Advice for a high schooler in mathematics
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What Math and Physics Knowledge is Needed to Understand Chaos Theory?
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Programs Difference between major, minor and specialist program
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Inorganic chemistry, need advice
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Programs Can an Average University Student Successfully Pursue a PhD in Biophysics?
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Programs Looking for Math PhD Recommendations
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How Can I Succeed in Physics 1 with a Weak Instructor?
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Took DiffEq Over 5 Weeks and Didn't Learn Anything; Retake?
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Optics vs. Number Theory: Choosing My Classes for the Upcoming Semester
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Are Funding Opportunities Limited for Graduate Studies in the UK?
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Math Subscore on the ACT: Good or Bad?
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Schools High school physics and adv precalculus.
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Schools Low GRE scores, options for delaying graduate school?
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Must choose between these two classes for NEng
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Medical Physics or Health Physics (professional)
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Courses Which Independent Study Courses and Books Should I Choose for My Senior Year?
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What steps should I take to become an Astrophysicist?
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How hard is Real Analysis 2 compared to Real Analysis 1?
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Accelerator Physics: EE vs Physics
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Schools Physics Grad School for Non-Traditional/Older Students
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Programs What Do Math Majors Wish They Knew Before Graduation?
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Embarking on Mathematics Self-Study
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Internships in statistics/biostatistics for graduate students
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Is Plasma Physics Still a Viable Field for Research?
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BA in Natural Sciences/Mathematics
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Some suggestions on learning algebra/trigonometry material
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Can I Transition from Engineering Undergrad to Physics Graduate Studies?
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Schools Will undergrad transfer hurt choices of Grad School?
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Schools Quick simple question about University math
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Schools What are the Best U.S. Physics of Gravity Graduate Schools?
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Developing mathematical maturity?
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Programs I'm thinking of taking Physics as a major but could it limit me?
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Improve Math Study Skills: Conquer Time Limit Stress & Get High Grades
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Intro to Statistics: Will It Prepare for Physics?
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Is it necessary to take math every semester as a prospective CS major?
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Programs Moving directly to Phd after 4 year bachelors
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Programs Which Major Best Balances Passion, Practicality, and Potential for R&D?
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How Can You Handle a Rude and Arrogant Professor?
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Where Should Lucas from Brazil Start for Advanced Math Studies?
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Schools Engineering Physics Undergrad to EE Grad School
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Programs Which math class should I choose for a minor?
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How can I select ( identify) the exercise which I have solve in Dummit book ?
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Testing Can Physics for Engineers Fulfill Psych B.S. Requirements?
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How Do I Know If Engineering or Physics Is For Me?
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Where should I start in calculus for differential equations?
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Reaching End of Diff.EQs: How Much Math/Day?
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Programs Is a double degree better than a double major?
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What Summer Programs Are Available for High School Physics Students?
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Programs What minor would pair well with an astrophysics major?
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Dealing with Unexpected Absences in a Research Lab: What Should I Do?
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Feynman Lectures - Anything similar for Mathematics?
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Undergraduate Research in Science/Physics Education
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Do anyone here have experience with ETH Zürich?
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Schools 'red flags' in searching for graduate schools
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Programs Should I major in Physics, Computer Science, or Economics?
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Testing Satisfaction derived from studying physics
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Schools Is College Calculus Harder Than AP Calc AB?
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Studying What is the best way to study this kind fo books ?
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Schools Graduate School Advice: Control Theory vs. Optoelectronics vs. Electromagnetics
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When did you first encounter proof based mathematics?
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What Math Topics Bridge High Energy Physics and Theoretical Condensed Matter?
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I want an online physics BS help
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